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Maebashi Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Maebashi, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Maebashi's most recent black bear report came from Kasukawa Town Muresawa on April 6, 2026 at 9:00 in the morning, when 1 bear was seen there. Another bear was also reported in the same area on April 1, 2026 at 18:00, which shows that the activity is still reaching the foothills and settlement edges.
The busiest places have been Kasukawa Town Muresawa, Fujimi Town Minazawa, Fujimi Town Kogure, and Otemachi 1 Chome, with repeated sightings also turning up in Fujimi Town Yamaguchi, Fujimi Town Yokomuro, and Fujimi Town Urushikubo. Activity peaked in August 2024 with 11 incidents, then again in October 2025 with 9, while November 2025 saw 4 and December 2025 and March 2026 each saw 3; Maebashi has recorded 58 black bear sightings overall.
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富士見町に集中してるな。11月から12月初めにかけて、富士見町だけで5件も報告されてる。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Maebashi
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Maebashi?
Maebashi has recorded 58 bear incidents in total, with 2 reported in the last 30 days and 0 in the last 7 days. These reports are compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions, and can be viewed on the incident map.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Maebashi?
The most recent bear sighting in Maebashi was on April 1, 2026 in Maebashi 粕川町室沢, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Maebashi?
Recent bear sightings in Maebashi have been concentrated in Maebashi 粕川町室沢 (4), Maebashi 粕川町中之沢 (4), Maebashi 大手町一丁目 (3). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Maebashi?
Activity has slowed. 0 incidents in the last 7 days, 2 in the last 30 days.
What type of bears are in Maebashi?
Maebashi is home to Asian black bears, which weigh up to 120kg and inhabit the mountains of Honshu and Shikoku. They are generally shy but can be dangerous when surprised or protecting cubs. Carry bear bells while hiking.